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Best Preserved Ice Age Woolly Rhino Discovered in Siberia
In 2011 the BBC reported on the discovery of the "oldest known" woolly rhino fossil that was found on the cold Tibetan plateau in the Himalayas. That creature was dated to an astonishing "3.6 million years ago" and researchers determined it was well adapted to the cold thanks to its thick, shaggy fur, short ears and legs, and a massive body, which all served to lessen heat loss. Now, an ice age woolly rhino foal, known as the "Lena horse," has melted from the permafrost in the Batagaika crater in Yakutia, Siberia.
The woolly rhinoceros ( Coelodonta antiquitatis ) was a large mammal that inhabited the northern Eurasian tundra during the Pleistocene epoch until about 10,000 years ago when it became extinct at the end of the last ice age . Stone Age humans hunted woolly rhinos and left pictures of them on cave walls dating to 30,000 years ago, and fossils and several well-preserved woolly rhino corpses have been found in frozen gravel across Siberia over the last two decades.
Discovered in August 2020 in Siberia, researchers explained that the woolly rhino's soft tissues were still intact. ( The Siberian Times )
Best Preserved Woolly Rhino Specimen Ever Discovered
The Siberian Times reported yesterday that the ancient carcass was discovered in August 2020 in permafrost on the bank of the Tirekhtyakh river, in the Abyisk district of Siberia. It was near to this location that in 2014 the frozen remains of another young woolly rhino was recovered, which became known as Sasha. The researchers who studied Sasha were able to test food remains in her stomach and determine that she had lived about 34,000 years ago. The newly discovered ancient woolly rhino carcass, however, is being described as being among "the best-preserved specimens of the woolly rhino found to date."
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The researchers were surprised to discover that most of the giant creature's soft tissues were still intact, along with its intestines, a lump of fat, some thick hair and one of its horns. Dr. Valery Plotnikov, a paleontologist from the Russian Academy of Sciences , told Yakutia 24 TV that the woolly rhino has "very thick, short underfur, and that it was probably three or four years old when it died." Furthermore, evidence suggests it is very likely the young rhino "could have drowned, in the summer."
Primary research of the animal has failed to identify its gender and the team of researchers await the results of radiocarbon analysis to determine exactly when it lived. However, Dr. Plotnikov thinks the most likely range of dates is between "20,000 and 50,000 years ago," but more precise dating will be possible once radiocarbon studies have been completed. The team of scientists are currently waiting for ice roads in the arctic to become passable so that they might deliver the animal carcass to a laboratory for intensive studies next month.
As the ice inside the permafrost increasingly melts across Siberia we will probably continue to see a spike in discoveries such as this woolly rhino. ( The Siberian Times )
The Global Warming Chestnut
According to The Guardian , as the ice inside the permafrost increasingly melts across vast areas of Siberia, it is because of "global warming" that we have seen such a spike in the discoveries woolly rhinos and mammoths. However, The Guardian makes no mention of a possibly "warming climate," like it does from time to time, or to the superior scanning technologies employed on the field, or to the skills of the archaeologists who have dedicated their lives to understanding where to search to stand the best chance of finding the remains of these now extinct species. Nope, just "global warming" which is becoming almost facepalm-able, if that is even a word.
Scientists have been wary about the impact melting permafrost would have in furthering greenhouse gas warming if the Earth continues to warm. According to a recent article in Forbes, and to balance any global warming fears that you might have concerning the melting permafrost, the recent research suggests "that melting permafrost may not have a significant impact on increasing temperatures."
The old-school concern was that heat-trapping methane gas was being released into the atmosphere and heating it up, but now, the latest research study determines that methane "hydrates in the ocean sediment and "never" makes it to the ocean surface. It simply dissolves into the ocean water as trapped gas or is oxidized by microbes in the ocean."
So, knowing this, let us focus on what "we" do to cause global warming , and what "we" can do to reduce carbon emissions and waste, and let the mainstream media get on with worrying about the effects of melting permafrost.
Top image: The woolly rhino carcass was discovered in Siberia with its internal organs in excellent condition. Source: The Siberian Times
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Cataibh wrote on 1 January, 2021 - 06:40 Permalink
Both Antarctica and Greenland have ice melting due to natural causes (ie. heat from the Earth's molten core).
Meanwhile, Novosibirsk, one of Russia's largest cities, situated in south-western Siberia, reached -41 degrees Celsius just three or four days ago. Outside the city itself, it was definitely time to roll out the bras on the dairy cow udders to stop the teats from freezing solid and breaking off.
This isn't a joke. It actually happens.
8 January, 2021 - 21:52 ashley cowie
Hunters Melted and Sculpted Ivory 12,000 Years Ago
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Ancient Diseases Released By Rapid Permafrost Meltdown Threaten Europe
"Another" scientist has warned about ancient diseases released by melting permafrost in the Arctic Circle and the potential harm that could result. Adding to the list of scientists warning that...
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4 August, 2020 - 18:58 Ed Whelan
Amazing New Siberian Mammoth Remains May Lead to Cloning Breakthrough
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Charles writes, "I am still living in Winchester, VA. Am married with four grown children, five grandchildren, and another on the way. Am retired from a career in banking. I am very active in civic work; on the board of a local Exchange Club (was president for district of VA 06-07). I am also on the boards of a couple of other not-for-profit organizations. I help manage some family real estate. I served four years in the US Army with overseas service in the Phillippines. Obtained my BS and MBA degrees from Shenandoah College. Would love to hear from fellow classmates." (4/1/2008)
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Peter writes, "Well, well…and howdy do to you all. Since leaving Phelps, I went (graduated) to Florida State University for undergrad, then to University of Pittsburgh for grad…all in Marketing/Advertising. I didn't finish GRAD because I got bored with what they were trying to teach. I was right as my career in these fields proved I knew more than they were professing to teach. Sound contentious? Nah. Since graduation of colleges, I have worked for advertising agencies and been in marketing for corporations. Mainly all in Fast Food accounts. IN FACT, and hopefully Norman T. Phelps Jr will read this and his beautiful wife-can't remember her name-as she would appreciate this, I was RONALD McDonald in Pittsburgh for 3 years. Aaaah, where I took the beginning of my career! I live in a northern suburb of Atlanta and have been here since 1978, with a couple of off years in VA. That's Virgina, not the Vet Admin. Had my own advertising agency for 15 years and sold it a few years back, but now am bored and looking. I'll never retire. Might drive a school bus?? Talk about a variation on a theme-Phelps, college, grad work…. I'd like to hear from a few in my class of '68 and/or '69. Might suggest we all get together for a reunion party. So if you read this, send me an update where to reach you. Bye for now."
Am married and living in Hermitage, PA 16148-3548. Have one dog (Tommy) and one cat (Christy). Enjoy swimming, golf, horseback riding (English of course). Would like to hear from John Reed, my roommate at the time. And other classmates of 1970s. So send me some news about them. Would like to attend alumni weekend in May. I'm 60 now and my wife is 62.
Scott Beasley
Everything fine here on the eastern shore of Maryland. Just became a grandfather 11 days ago, little girl born to my oldest son and his wife Janine. My son Jon just turned 31.
Scott writes, "Everything's good. Going to be a grandfather in about 8 weeks. Who would have thought! I am on Facebook…"
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Christopher States 3/4/2011
Chris writes "I am still working in a hospital ICU as an RN. Have 3 grandkids now. Would love to reconnect with ex-classmates."
Jay Somers 6/22/2009
Jay writes, "Best wishes to all and to the Phelps family. Doing well at 52 here in Florida. Alive and still plowing right along with the best of them! Having a good year, and the memories of my time at Phelps still were some of the best. Best to T. Phelps and our class with Bill Senning and Murray Fisher! It was a good class of guys back then. With warmest wishes, J. Somers, Jr"
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Doug Harrington 12/13/2008
Doug writes, "I work at Macy's Department Store in Fairlawn, just west of Akron, OH. Macy's is at a mall, and across the parking lot is a church on adjoining property. The Lutheran church has an enormous bell tower that plays tunes of popular songs and church hymns each half hour. One tune it plays is the tune of our school Alma mater. How neat is that? I work outside on occasion, and when I hear that tune, I sing to myself our Alma mater. This been on-going for about three years. So, I know my school song inside out – no doubt. Naturally, I think of Phelps quite a lot. Go Phelps!"
Scott Dunn 7/28/08
Jim Dunn, the father of Phelps alumnus, Scott Dunn, has published a book about Scott's death in 1991: Trail of Blood, by James Dunn and Wanda Evans
Additionally, the documentary is now being shown on Tru TV, previously Court TV. The title of the documentary is "The Empty Grave." He wrote the book as to help others in a similar situation. Mr. Dunn donates all proceeds from the book to Parents of Murdered Children or to The Missing Persons Center (CUE) in Wilmington, NC.
Scott loved The Phelps School and his teachers, especially Mr. Phelps. He learned a lot when he lived in the dorm and from Mr. Parney in particular.
Hugh Fenwick 7/18/2008
Hugh is living in Lake Tahoe and flying the Boeing 767 from JFK for American Airlines.
Kevin Duggan 5/30/2009
Kevin writes, "I finished basic training at 40. Can you believe that?! Shipped to Ft. Lee, VA now."
David A. Shevock II 2/8/2009
David writes, "I have a new black lab puppy called Amp."
Allen Northcutt 8/1/2008
Allen is getting married in the summer of 2009 on Cape Cod.
Todd Snider 2/16/2009
Todd writes, "In March, I'm going down to Florida for my sister's wedding and am going to have a chance to see Dana Lynch (Boca). Facebook has been a great way to find old schoolmates. I can't believe how many of the guys are on it. It's been great to get back in contact with them."
Andrew Wilmerding 6/30/2008
Andrew recently served as a crewmember on board a 157 foot sailboat. Andrew began his trip by flying from Boston to San Juan, and then to Grenada where the boat (pictured above) was harbored. From Grenada, the crew set sail to St. Maarten for a restocking of food and supplies. They also planned a stop in Bermuda for a few days before proceeding on the final leg to Newport, RI. Andrew estimated that the trip would take approximately two weeks, and we look forward to hearing from him once they reach Newport!
The trip was great! Andrew and crew did not end up stopping after they left St. Maarten. They were able to sail more than they were planning since the winds were good. They only hit one storm off NC with 45+ mph winds and lots of rain and lighting. The boat was like a tank… with three reefs in the main, they still moved along at 12 knots!!
They saw huge marlin fish, whales and lots of dolphins who like to play in the wake of the bow. The baby dolphins were super cute – Andrew enjoyed watching them learn to jump in the waves.
Gregg D. Kashuck 4/12/2008
Gregg writes, "I have been married for five wonderful years to my wife, Danielle. We have two amazing sons: Jacob, who is 2, and Ryan, who is 1. I am currently enjoying working as a special education teacher, and I work with autistic students."
Michael Emig February 2012
Congratulations to Michael – he proudly announced the arrival of his new baby girl, Miller Bowe Emig, born 1/21/12 @ 12:37 a.m. 6.5 oz 20 inches long. She came a little early at 35 weeks. Mom and baby are healthy and happy!
I have been living in Charlotte NC for the past 5 years, I have been married for 3 and we are expecting our first child any week now, (girl) sorry Phelps School haha. As per my career, I have been in the real estate business for the better half of a decade and things have been (knock on wood) holding its own.
Lance Helms 9/11/2010
My wife Heather of 4 years and I just had our first child (Anniston Jaylen Helms) in August of 2010. We are currently living in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. I often ponder the years that I spent at the Phelps School. From the dorm life, to friendships that I gained, and the leadership that the staff provided to guide me to where I am today. Hope all is well with everyone from my class of '99 and the other classes that I shared the experience with.
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Rob Caden 9/26/2011
Rob recently visited the US and stayed with Mr. Knopp's family. He and his wife, Cheer, are expecting their first child around March 2012. Rob is working at Weinan Gao Xin Middle School teaching 8th and 10th grade English. Rob reports – "I just got some special recognition from the local government for my 'English classroom'. I completely redesigned the classroom from the ground up with the intent of providing an environment totally in English. the classroom has a computer and projector, the walls are painted and decorated with English posters and slogans, there is a library corner with a rug and comfy chair (though not too many books yet). It is basically totally different from the students typical classroom (in China)."
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Paul writes, "Just got married on January 17, 2009 to Amanda. We are living in sunny Florida. Met her in college in my junior year. We work together at a call center, taking calls for Verizon Business DSL service. Hope all is well at Phelps. Thanks a bunch for a great time there."
Permatex/Follow A Dream Kicks Off 2012 Season in Gainesville
Marstons Mills, MA – March 8, 2012-Jay Blake's Permatex/Follow A Dream team makes its 2012 debut this weekend at the Gatornationals in Gainesville, Fla., where the team won the Top Alcohol Funny Car title in 2006.
"The first race of the year is always exciting," said Blake. "Tuner Tommy Howell is back from working overseas all winter, and every single member of the team is back with us for another season. Permatex returns as our major sponsor, and that kind of continuity really strengthens a team. It's a little nerve-racking because it's the first race of the season, and we all need to knock the cobwebs off, but we're ready to get back to the racetrack."
"Jay and the team did a lot of work over the winter to make the car lighter, which should make it faster," said driver Todd Veney. "They went from one end of the car to the other preparing everything, and the car should be about 40 pounds lighter than it was last year. The air in Gainesville is always good this time of the year, and the track is one of the best in the country and one of my favorites. Even though it's the first race of the year, we're shooting for a career best right out of the gate."
Qualifying sessions are scheduled for 10:45 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Friday and 10:00 a.m. Saturday, and the first round of eliminations goes off Saturday afternoon at 4:15.
Following the Gatornationals, the Permatex/Follow A Dream crew will stay in Gainesville for a full day of testing. From there, the team will hit the national events in Charlotte, Houston, Chicago, Norwalk, Indy, and Reading.
For more information, go to the official team website, followadream.org
Glenn Kewley 8/24/2011
Glenn was discharged from the Navy on August 26, 2011 after serving for six years as a Nuclear Reactor Operator on board the USS Theodore Roosevelt. In September he will begin classes to finish his undergraduate degree at Columbia University.
Glenn writes – "I am really enjoying my time at Columbia, and in New York City. I came here intending to major in Economics, but I had a some really inspiring professors my first semester that led me to branch out. I'm still considering majoring in Econ, but I am also considering continuing my previous study of physics with some courses this semester. In my US History class I discovered Columbia has an extensive history in physics research, most notably: Einstein was a professor here, as well as the development of the Manhattan, A-Bomb, project. I hope all is well at The Phelps School, and please pass on warmest regards to the faculty."
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Jimmy is in Santa Cruz for the summer, taking classes and working. He is completing 1/3 of a year of credits this summer and plans to do that every summer so that he will be finished in three years instead of four. He is definitely enthusiastic about getting a job and having money. He is working maintenance on campus, which is going well, and he plans to continue throughout the next school year.
Peter Castelli 12/21/2010
Since graduating Phelps in '07 I've been still doing my sports thing by coaching my local high school football teams and defense and also Pop Warner. Also, I've been coaching sister's basketball and swim teams. This summer I'm working at the U.S. Open Golf Championship. Also did an internship with the Redskins that didn't last long but was fun. Well, that's pretty much it for me.
Austin Rand 4/15/2009
Austin is having a good year. Ripon College is very academically challenging. Almost 20% of his freshman class were valedictorians of their high schools. The competition is intense, and he is doing well. He has made some good friends and participates in much the school has to offer. He is the ping-pong champ, the number two bowler, and he came in second place in the Hot Wing Eating Contest.
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By Daily Buzz Staffaccess_time1 year ago
Thanks to a new certificate program from Dos Equis, beer drinkers across the country can be transformed from fans yelling nonsense at a television into fans yelling at an expert level.
The curriculum was developed in partnership with John U. Bacon, author of countless books on college football. Professor Bacon's courses include misconceptions, trick plays, offensive positions and plenty more. Faculty also includes Jay Cutler, former college and professional quarterback, Katie Nolan, ESPN personality, and Martellus Bennett, former college and professional tight end. While the college itself is absurd, the classes are legit.
"It's an online course with Dos Equis and you can get a certificate from 'a beer school' and the ultimate prize is you have bragging rights that you are an expert in the field of college football," former NFL QB Jay Cutler told The Daily Buzz.
A curriculum of ten free, binge-able lessons covering topics from trick plays to offensive positions is all it takes to earn that coveted "degree" in college football watching…and a chance to win tickets to the College Football Playoff National Championship in New Orleans, just by taking the final exam.
Jay Cutler enjoys beer, football, beer, and teaching, in that order. When he's not at the campus watering hole or tutoring students on the ins and outs of Dos Equis at a local sports bar, he's shaping the minds of tomorrow's football watchers into long, football-shaped minds. And he's not just a professor. He's also a Football College graduate.
"My favorite memory from college was the first moment I stepped on campus and that excitement is something you never forget. My final game versus Tennessee, knowing I went out on top will always be with me," said Cutler.
Enrollment opened on August 24 with the launch of ten video lessons, and students are encouraged to do what they do best: binge 'em all. Students who complete the final exam by December 20, 2019 will be automatically entered for a chance to win tickets to the College Football Playoff National Championship in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Professor Cutler, College Football Football College graduate and football-watching mentor added, "Fans can now be the first in their family to earn a football watching certificate from a beer brand, which is a real accomplishment. Something to be proud of, for sure."
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The sound track companion piece to Cameron Crowe's magnificent new rock 'n' roll movie, Almost Famous, is like a delightful trip up and down the early '70s AM-FM dial. Chock-full of material featured in the flick (this isn't one of those "inspired" by the movie type of sound tracks), Almost Famous will have aficionados dusting off their vinyl 45s.
Right off the bat, Almost Famous proceeds to do what every Cameron Crowe sound track does. It takes you right back to the movie-going experience. It complements the movie, which is not an easy feat by any stretch of the imagination. When woven into the fabric of the film, these songs (like those in Crowe predecessors, Singles and Jerry McGuire) crystallize Crowe's filmmaking vision — often adding dramatic nuances that would otherwise be missing. On their own, Rod Stewart's "Every Picture Tells a Story" or David Bowie's cover of Lou Reed's ode to scoring, "I'm Waiting for the Man," are potent bursts of reality. When taken within the context of the movie, they become monumental assessments. Other sound tracks that have managed to do this as effectively have ended up as classics of a generation, including The Big Chill and Singles.
More great tracks? How about Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Simple Man" or Led Zeppelin's gorgeous "That's the Way" (marking the first time Zep has ever granted the right for its music to be used in an original motion picture sound track — the actual movie includes an additional four Led Zep tracks not represented here). Then there's Cat Stevens' "The Wind" and the movie's centerpiece, Elton John's "Tiny Dancer." An often overlooked classic, "Tiny Dancer" is the album's showstopper (or this sound track's version of "Secret Garden," if you wish.) The track is so strong, in fact, that VH1 has now started playing it using movie footage in lieu of an actual promotional video.
A quick word about the film's musical protagonists, Stillwater: Visually, the band is a dead-ringer for Free — right down to the singer's clenching of the mike stand. Musically, they're a Humble Pie-Bad Company-Led Zep combo. "Fever Dog," the one Stillwater track featured on the compilation, is produced by Heart's Nancy Wilson (Crowe's wife), and features Seattle stalwart Mike McCready (Pearl Jam-Mad Season) and Nancy herself on guitars.
Read our review of the movie Almost Famous.
John Franck writes about music for the Metro Times. E-mail letters@metrotimes.com.
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from within these numbers, two identical trios will be taken, each consisting of 1 clarinet, 1 trumpet and 1 percussion, to be stationed in the theatre throughout.
Elsinore, Denmark: King Hamlet has died, mourned by his son, Prince Hamlet of Denmark. The King's funeral is followed fast upon by the marriage of his widow Gertrude, to his brother, Claudius. Hamlet is deeply disturbed by his father's untimely death and his mother's 'o'er hasty marriage', a state aggravated by the appearance of King Hamlet's ghost, informing Hamlet that he was in fact murdered by his brother, now husband to Gertrude and King of Denmark. The dead King asks that his son avenge his death by killing Claudius.
Unsure what to do, whilst adopting erratic behaviour, Hamlet rejects his soul-mate and Iover Ophelia, and dismisses his former classmates, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, who have been summoned by Claudius to Elsinore to help discover the cause of Hamlet's apparent madness.
Once with his mother, Hamlet hears a muffled cry and, thinking that Claudius is spying on him, runs his sword through the arras, killing the unsuspecting Polonius, Ophelia's father. Hamlet then berates his mother for her shamelessness and debauchery. His father's ghost appears, reminding Hamlet of his primary mission to avenge his death.
Ophelia appears, apparently driven mad by Hamlet's rejection and the death of her father. This only serves to harden Laertes' resolve for vengeance as does, moments later, Ophelia's death – she has drowned in a nearby stream.
Hamlet and his friend Horatio happen upon Ophelia's funeral, and upon learning of her death, Hamlet provokes Laertes. Through the intermediaries Rosencrantz and Guildenstern, and according to the plan concocted with Claudius, Laertes challenges Hamlet to a duel. Hamlet accepts the challenge. Many deaths ensue.
"Brilliant music, rapturously received... Dean is rare among contemporary opera composers in understanding how to present people singing together - the forceful duets, ensembles and choruses are highlights of the score..."
"…a dark, complex, sometimes wryly postmodern slant on the play… there are no limits to where Dean finds his music – amplified chattering noises, singing groups from the balconies, and a virtuoso array of orchestral effects like the gravedigger's otherworldly whistling."
"...this is the operatic event of the year... The orchestra evokes Dean's grippingly atmospheric sounds with a fascinating spectrum of colour and unerring virtuosity."
"... it rises to the challenge set by Shakespeare's great play... new opera doesn't often get to sound this good."
"…heart-wrenchingly beautiful opera... sonically mesmerising."
"…a psychological drama has been created which focuses on the tense web of relationships in the Danish royal family."
There is no definitive version of Shakespeare's Hamlet. There were at least three versions printed within his lifetime or shortly thereafter, and endless variations, including the most commonly used 1st Folio, and an incalculable number of conflated versions.
Our Hamlet relies heavily on Shakespeare's verse, if not necessarily on the standard chronology of scenes. The opera concentrates primarily on the domestic drama, exploring the depths of Hamlet's quest for both understanding and revenge, from the death of his father through to his own demise.
This quest is relayed through the fragmentary nature of his relationships with those in his inner circle. It is this very fragmentation – as well as the lack of a definitive text upon which to base the opera – that allows us to explore the most effective and poetically resonant assemblage of story-lines.


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09:45 There's a pitched battle going on between the two rival gangs of newspaper vendors prowling the queue. Currently trailing in second place is The Guardian (left wing, sneery attitude, free sun cream) which is selling roughly one copy for every three shifted by the Daily Mail (racist, homophobic, free binoculars). There is also one forlorn Daily Telegraph seller (free DVD???) but I think this may just be a practical joke.
10:05 I'm passing the time by reading US music magazine Blender, in which Coldplay's new effort is dispatched with concise brilliance. "Coldplay making a record about not pleasing everyone," writes Jon Dolan, "is like James Brown making a record about not being so damn funky all the time."


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(L to R) Ryan Spiegel visits with Rob Garretson and Jud Ashman at the fifth
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Ryan Spiegel knew he had a lot to learn when he first took a seat on the Gaithersburg City Council back in 2007.
He recalled, "I took the time to listen and observe, to understand what makes for a successful approach to governance and to build relationships with other councilmembers and community leaders because in the end, running a strong city is about human relationships."
Now one of a handful of candidates vying for three council seats in the Nov. 5 election, Spiegel has upped the ante. "I also try to share my experience with newer councilmembers, so that we can all be successful together," he said.
Spiegel's years of experience in "working on my relationships with community activists, state and county leaders, and residents has allowed me to enjoy a level of trust and communication to get things done for Gaithersburg," he observed.
The variety inherent in the councilman's work appeals to him—"the very broad array of issues to learn about and challenges to face. One moment, you are working on transportation networks and the next moment, you may be tackling housing financing issues. You gain a bit of expertise in a wide swath of topics that allows you to help people in many ways."
Spiegel also appreciates the process of the work, citing "creative problem solving" and "vetting ideas with colleagues and the public, building consensus and trying new things."
Perhaps the greatest satisfaction, he said, comes from "seeing the concrete results of hard work, that often extends over years, to get something big accomplished. Seeing something go from a twinkle of an idea to a finished solution that is actually improving the quality of life for our residents is an amazing thing.
"And knowing that you played some small part in making that happen is a special feeling," he said.
As for his council work to date, Spiegel is proudest of "innovative policies and programs that are not always headline-grabbing but help many people over time." For example, the Bank On Gaithersburg financial education and empowerment initiative he started 10 years ago "has grown into a national model through which we help hundreds of lower-income people improve their credit, open their first bank account, purchase their first home (and) apply for tax refunds."
Spiegel described the initiative's "ripple effects" as "profound: upward economic mobility for disadvantaged people who otherwise face incredible obstacles, less need for government spending on safety net assistance, more private spending in the local economy, even reduction in crimes of opportunity when cash is replaced by direct deposits on payday."
A more recent "first-of-its-kind" program Spiegel introduced helps the city's condominium associations certify for compliance with the Federal Housing Administration.
"It was a creative way to address a problem caused by federal regulations at the local level, so that more affordable housing could enter the market and respond to demand and sellers could also access their equity. It's a win-win," he explained.
"More generally," Spiegel said, "I am also very proud of the consensus-driven and nonpartisan approach of our mayor and council, the fiscal responsibility we have shown with zero debt and a low tax rate, our bustling economy anchored by dozens of biotechs and supported by our creative incentive programs, and the way in which we welcome and celebrate the diversity in our city."
Gaithersburg, he added, "is unique among cities in the region for its support of a network of services to those in need of food, housing, healthcare, jobs and childcare via city grants. We have proven that you can have a strong economy, great constituent services like snowplowing and recreation classes, and yet still take care of those in our midst who are struggling."
In his next term, Spiegel said, "I am looking forward to overseeing the completion of our new police station, a new 10-acre park on the site of the former CPSC (Consumer Product Safety Commission), the full buildout of Crown and the economic redevelopment of Kentlands and Rio. I also hope to make more progress on the needed redevelopment of Lakeforest Mall."
He also seeks "to expand our already robust environmental programs. For example, I've been exploring ways to place solar cells on municipal buildings, and new technologies that eliminate the need for any infill in artificial turf fields."
Proving that a councilmember's work is all-encompassing, Spiegel added, "I want to keep advocating to, and working with, MCPS to address overcrowding in our city schools. And I want to keep working with my colleagues and with our citizens to innovate in addressing needs for affordable housing, traffic relief, bicycle/pedestrian connectivity, expanding parks and recreational programs, and continued economic development."
Resting on laurels is unacceptable to the University of Maryland and Stanford Law School alumnus. "There is always more to do," Spiegel said. While calling that "a terrific opportunity," he acknowledged the challenge of balancing his multiple positions: He is a councilman, an attorney at the law firm of Paley Rothman, the new president of the Maryland Municipal League—and what he considers his "most important role: father and husband." Fortunately, he noted, "my family is very supportive of my calling to public service."
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Is Using A Natural Heartworm Preventative Worth the Risk?
Pet owners struggle with the decision to treat their dogs with a heartworm preventative medicine. People object to exposing their dogs to a poison that kills the worm larvae. This view that veterinarian prescribed treatments to protect dogs contain poison, puts millions of dogs at risk for a heartworm infection. However, many people believe in natural preventatives to prevent heartworm infections. Natural preventative treatments use herbs believed to create an inhospitable environment for parasites such as heart worms. While millions of pet owners use these treatments, the current research indicates these remedies are not effective. Many pet owners stand by their decision to use these treatments and claim their pets are free of these parasitic worms.
How Does A Natural Heartworm Preventative Work?
Pet owners will find several herbal supplements that claim to prevent heartworms. Most of the treatments claim the herbs work with the dog's immune system to create an environment in which parasites cannot survive. Some natural treatments such as Chinese herbs claim to kill adult heart worms. If you visit websites selling these treatments, most of them indicate they would not be in business if the treatments did not work. However, none of these sites provide scientific research to back up their claims. Most notably these sites sell hundreds of products. Staying in business is not evidence that a natural heartworm preventative product works.
One of the most common treatments requires pet owners to provide their dogs with a daily herbal supplement. In addition, it is recommended that owners put their dogs on a raw diet. This diet includes fruits and vegetables instead of feeding your pet dog food. The claim is that the combination of raw diet and herbal supplement will prevent parasites from surviving in the dog due to a strengthened immune system. The claim is that pet food is unhealthy and creates an environment in which parasites such as heartworms can flourish.
Over 70 percent of pet owners who use natural preventatives do not share this information with their veterinarian. Many people believe the treatments work, but are embarrassed to let their veterinarian know they are using these treatments. In addition, pet owners that use natural treatments will take their dog to a holistic healer instead of a veterinarian. Sadly, many of the statistics are not available regarding these natural treatments because the pet may be treated by a holistic healer instead of a veterinarian. The number of pets that die is not tracked unless the dog is treated by a veterinarian.
Currently, the FDA has approved the following preventative medicines for heartworms (these are the active ingredients found in Veterinarian-prescribed treatments which will have brand names or generic brand names).
The FDA has not approved any natural preventative treatment for heart worms. In addition, a recent consumer update issued by the FDA advises pet owners to use the above mentioned approved preventative treatments – as per the quote below taken from the page last updated 09/09/11 (at the time of writing).
Until scientific research is done on herbal treatments, there is no conclusive evidence these natural treatments will prevent a heart worm infection. In addition, there is no evidence these natural treatments will kill and expel the adult worms. The only preventative that has a proven track record is the FDA approved treatments.
Whether you choose to use FDA approved preventative heartworm medicine or a natural preventative is a personal choice. However, you may want to consider if it is worth the risk to use a natural treatment. A dog may not exhibit signs of a heart worm infection until three or five years after becoming infected. By the time the infection is discovered, your dog may not be able to withstand the immiticide treatment necessary to eliminate the adult worms. Many dogs that are too sick or to old may die if treated. In addition, the treatment is expensive and can cause joint pain, nausea and general discomfort for the dog.
Before you make a decision to use natural heartworm preventative treatments, discuss your decision with your dog's veterinarian. Your veterinarian can explain the risks of both natural and approved preventatives. In addition, your veterinarian more than likely has treated several dogs that were on natural preventatives. Your veterinarian will share his or her experience with these treatments.
Pet owners want to make the best decisions to keep their pets healthy. Unfortunately, many of the claims made by manufacturers of natural preventative treatments are appealing to pet owners. Only you can decide if it is worth taking a chance with your pet's health. Current approved heartworm preventative medicines are safe and effective when used properly. Make sure you discuss your choice with your dog's veterinarian.


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Reenactors will give visitors a glimpse of life in a number of conflict eras at a series of historical encampments, August 7 – 8.
HUDSON — The American Heritage Museum will be presenting a living history exhibition called "Military History Through the Ages" on Aug. 7 and 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
One portion of the exhibition will feature multiple historical encampments, beginning with the French and Indian War and ending with the Vietnam War.
The camps will feature authentic materials and be manned by re-enactors, who will share information about life as a military person in each encampment.
Additionally, the facility's three museums will be open.
Collings Foundation, American Heritage Museum, in Stow, MA – Military History Through the Ages – Tank driving track – M4 Sherman medium tanks and M24 Chaffee
Tickets cost $25 for adults, $20 for veterans and seniors and $15 for children between three and 12 years old.
A press release announcing this event recommends purchasing tickets ahead of time. Tickets and more information can be found at https://www.americanheritagemuseum.org/.
The American Heritage Museum is located at 568 Main St. in Hudson.
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As within, so without. That one simple phrase is a great explanation as to why environment is key; it reflects what is happeneing within you. When you find yourself in a space that is messy, unorganized and chaotic – take note of how you feel on the inside. Chances are you're feeling the same way within, or perhaps even uncertain. Uncertainty can manifest in outward chaos, because your thought patterns are so scattered and all over the place, so are your belongings!
If you feel mentally scattered, and don't know what to do to focus, start by examining the environment you spend most of your time in. Is it messy? Is it unorganized? Does it soothe you or create anxiety within? These are important questions to ask yourself. Once you've answered them, then it's time to take action. If your environment isn't soothing, take steps towards fixing that. Are the walls a soothing color? Are your belongings organized? Do the things you have on display give you joy? Do you have things to remind you of the ultimate peace you have within? If not, make it so!
Being an empath, the space around me is very important. I need it to be clean. I need it to be a certain way. I need my crystals in my space. I need my space to feel sacred, it is my retreat from the world. I need to regularly cleanse it. If I don't, I feel the effects dramatically. Most people are empaths and don't even realize it. Many don't realize how much of a factor environment plays. Not only is it a clue as to what's going on within, it's also a trigger. When you walk into a sacred space, you automatically start to feel relaxed and at peace. When you walk into a cluttered and/or disorganized room, notice how you feel. I'm willing to bet peace and relaxation are NOT the things that come to mind in that sort of environment.
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IIIT-Delhi develops app to help reduce selfie-related deaths
New Delhi: Selfie fads have often resulted in deaths and serious accidents but now there is an app that will alert people about the danger lurking around while they capture the perfect shot.
Researchers at the Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology-Delhi (IIIT-Delhi) have developed the app called Safety.
"This app is an effort to reduce deaths related to selfies. This camera does a real-time analysis of the image it is seeing and nudges a user if it infers a scene to be dangerous. The app does this inference using deep learning techniques," said IIIT-Delhi professor Ponnurangam Kumaraguru, who has developed the app.
The app will also work if the mobile data is switched off as it does an analysis of the height at which you are standing, the background of the image and many other features, he said.
For instance, if you are near a railway track, a water body or, if there is an animal behind you while you are clicking a selfie, you will get a notification saying you are at an unsafe place, he said.
Kumaraguru team has been working on developing this app for over a year and earlier had developed an Android app location marker under which one could tag a location as dangerous.
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The location marker has a list of over 5,500 locations marked as dangerous by users across the world and over 600 locations are verified, that is more than three people have marked the same latitude and longitude as dangerous, the professor said.
The professor said people these days have the tendency of clicking cool selfies that they can show their friends on Facebook and Instagram and get likes.
He said there have been incidents when people have died clicking selfies near railway tracks or while standing dangerously on cliffs.
A 22-year-old man named Ranjithkumar died in September last year, while he was trying to click a selfie at the Catherine Falls in Kotagiri when he lost balance and fell in the waterfall.
In December last year, a youth was trampled to death by an elephant when he was trying to take a selfie with the animal in Khamar forest range area in Angul district in Odisha.
In 2016, a study by IIIT-Delhi has found that India had the maximum number of selfie deaths at 76 follows by Pakistan which has seen nine such casualties.
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That's more time elapsed than there was between any of the original releases, and their 2001 remasters.
Topic: PSB's Tours - "around the back"?
Re: PSB's Tours - "around the back"?
An excellent version of West End girls by one of my favorite house acts...free download!
Topic: Pet Shop Boys - Inspection - new album?
Re: Pet Shop Boys - Inspection - new album?
Forced to regularly return to this topic just to see shitposting.
Yet still better than Disco 2.
I agree, Very sounds "very" dated today. Relentless however is timeless. Can't believe we don't have a remaster by now...a travesty.
Topic: Burn is quite good, isn't it?
Re: Burn is quite good, isn't it?
If Burn isn't a single, it will be a travesty. Best track on the album by far.
Topic: Obsessed with anything unreleased?
Re: Obsessed with anything unreleased?
The version of Closer To Heaven that's in the About interview.
Wow, thanks for this! That version of Love comes quickly is ace!
"Leaving you behind me as I fly"


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Zai Bennett announced as new BBC Three controller
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-12009574
Image caption Bennett has been working for ITV since 1998
Zai Bennett, the director of ITV's digital channels and acquisitions, has been named the new controller of BBC Three.
The 36-year-old replaces the outgoing Danny Cohen, who was appointed the new controller of BBC One in October.
Controller of ITV2 from 2006-9, Bennett took on responsibility for ITV's other digital channels in April.
He said he was "delighted" to join BBC Three, adding the channel was "on fire at the moment".
Under Bennett's stewardship, ITV2 has had successes with original shows including Secret Diary Of A Call Girl starring Billie Piper, Katy Brand's first comedy show, Celebrity Juice with Keith Lemon and The Only Way Is Essex.
Director of BBC Vision Jana Bennett called him one of the "most energetic and creative leaders working in television today".
"His experience in developing original scripted drama and comedy, along with his fantastic relationship with presenters and performers, makes Zai perfect for this role," she added.
The BBC said Mr Bennett's start date would be announced shortly.
Meanwhile, it was also announced Fun Lovin' Criminals singer Huey Morgan will be hosting a new weekly show on Radio 2.
Image caption Morgan also has his own show on 6 Music
From April, he will present the Saturday morning 0000-0300 slot playing an eclectic mix of music from the past 60 years.
Morgan, who has been covering Lauren Laverne's maternity leave on her weekday show on 6 Music, also has his own Sunday afternoon show on the same station which he will continue to host.
"It's a huge honour to be given three hours a week to kick back and play some of the hottest tunes, both new and old, with a disregard of genre," Morgan said.
"Growing up in NYC, I could never have imagined that the prestigious and world famous BBC would give me six hours of airtime a week to play my favourite records, and allow me chat to some of the people who have inspired me along the way."
Bob Shennan, Controller of Radio 2 and 6 Music, said: "Huey has earned his presenting stripes on 6 Music and his appointment clearly demonstrates Radio 2's fierce commitment to producing a network full of the most diverse music programming available today on UK radio."
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Q: Connecting app with SQL server on Ubuntu server Maybe I should ask this question in the Ubuntu section instead, but don't really know where the problem is so I'm trying here first.
I'm trying to learn how to use SQL database through a webserver, and I've used this tutorial: Link
I've done everything like in the tutorial, but I'm using Ubuntu server, not windows.
The problem is that the app is not able to display or create any entries from/in the database. I use PHPMyAdmin to manage the SQL database.
1. So my main question: Is there any difference between WAMP/LAMP? Or can I use the same approach?
If the answer is YES, then I have some more questions:

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*I'm using the default location for my server /var/www/ and have put all the .php files there? Correct?

*When he makes the db_config.php he uses "localhost" but I want to use my ip instead, do I just have to change "localhost" to "81.xxx.xxx.xxx" or do I need to add something more?

As you can see I'm not really sure where the problem is, if it's the compability between the tutorial and the LAMP server instead of WAMP, or if it's the config of the connection, something in the php codes, the placement of the php files or whatever?
It's so frustrating because I don't know where to start.
Thank you in advance!
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I can access the php files on the server so no problem there.
This is from my access.log file when trying to list all items: [09/Oct/2013:16:56:07 +0200] "GET /var/www/get_all_products.php? HTTP/1.1" 404 450 "-" "Apache-HttpClient/UNAVAILABLE (java 1.4)"
This is when I try to create a new product: [09/Oct/2013:19:26:14 +0200] "POST /var/www/create_product.php HTTP/1.1" 404 448 "-" "Apache-HttpClient/UNAVAILABLE (java 1.4)"
And this if from the error.log file when trying to list all items: [Wed Oct 09 17:01:51 2013] [error] [client 81.225.106.145] File does not exist: /var/www/var
I get the same error when trying to create a new product.
Can you guys make anything out of this??

A: Is there any difference between WAMP/LAMP? Or can I use the same approach?
Yes, there are differences - mostly related to networking and security. However, there's no reason the code in that tutorial wouldn't work Ubuntu.
Firstly, are you running both the web server and database on the same Ubuntu machine? If so, you can leave the "localhost" entry - you need to specify an IP address if the web server and database are on different machines. If everything's on the same server, that just complicates matters, and breaks when your IP address changes. You should certainly not use a public IP address (like 81...*), because then your traffic from the web server may well get routed out on the internet to reach your database.
Secondly, if PHPMyAdmin is running on the same server as your web app, there's no problem connecting from your web server to the database in principle.
Thirdly, have you tried accessing the URLs in a browser to see if they are working? If that doesn't work, the app can't won't be able to access them either. The tutorial mentions http://api.androidhive.info/android_connect/get_all_products.php - presumably you've changed that to http://IPAddressOfUbuntuServer/android_connect/get_all_products.php. First see if you can access that URL (to get it to go, you should put your files in /var/www/android_connect) via a browser, and work out what's going on. Once that works, try accessing that in the browser on the Android device; if that works, the app should too.

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As part of its "Know Before You Owe" mortgage initiative, a new toolkit called "Your Home Loan Toolkit" has just been released by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
owning and maintaining a home.
conversation starters for discussions between buyers and lenders.
Real estate brokers and agents are encouraged by the CFPB to get familiar with and discuss the process of acquiring a home and the carrying costs of ownership with their buyers before starting the mortgage approval and home selection process. When potential homebuyers get a preapproval commitment for a purchase-assist mortgage on acceptable terms, agents have a better chance the transaction will close smoothly (and a better return on their time and talent).
Mortgages are complex and risky financial commitments, particularly for first-time borrowers who are just entering the homeownership fray. New mortgage disclosure forms created by the CFPB for use by mortgage lenders apply to all consumer mortgages beginning August 1, 2015. These new sets of substitute titles and forms for agents, escrow officers and loan representatives replace forms used in the past. They are retitled generically to convey the purpose of the forms in use.
Editor's note — first tuesday will make the new Loan Estimate and Closing Disclosure available at journal.firsttuesday.us once they are formally released by the CFPB.
An electronic version of the toolkit is provided by CFPB. The forms include fillable text fields and check boxes for the buyer and their agent to fill out when they review the toolkit.
An early release of the toolkit available online allows the mortgage industry and real estate agents to get familiar with the new protocols before use of the substitute forms becomes mandatory for consumer mortgage lenders.
earlier receipt by buyers of the Closing Disclosure at least three business days before the lender funds the mortgage.
Benefits of the forms are given in greater detail on the CPFB website.
successfully maintain their ownership of a home.
Avoid pitfalls and handle problems.
Understand and use your Closing Disclosure.
Understand Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs).
Lender transparency is all about lenders allowing buyers to avoid the all too common eleventh hour deception and get the best mortgage terms available. The purpose of the substitution of disclosure forms is to enable buyers to competitively shop for a mortgage that will not interfere with their standard of living — something buyer's agents are concerned about but not sellers or lenders.
In addition to these avuncular educational efforts, numerous state and federal government agencies openly encourage the practice of submitting mortgage applications to multiple lenders.
A Mortgage Shopping Worksheet needs to be completed by the buyer with the assistance of their agent. The worksheet contains a list of all the mortgage variables commonly occurring on origination and during the life of the mortgage.
On submitting mortgage applications to a minimum of two lenders and receiving their Loan Estimate form, the buyer possesses all the information needed to fill out Mortgage Shopping Worksheets. Once complete, the buyer and their agent can readily compare the terms offered by the competing lenders. Select the most competitive lender, and if they remain competitive, close with that lender.
In conjunction with a Mortgage Shopping Worksheet, the CFPB toolkit will go a long way towards educating buyers before they take on the largest financial decision of their lives. The CFPB toolkit is available here.


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Festival of Trees raises nearly $170K for local children and families
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Next year's Festival of Trees's theme will be a "Great Gatsby" Gala
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Upon entering the Granada Hotel, guests were greeted by a woman handing out Champagne.
By Jessica Ewing
Jessica Ewing
More than 280 guests enjoyed a night of festivities and philanthropy at Rebekah Children's Services 17th Annual Festival of Trees gala hosted at the luxurious Granada Theater Nov. 16. The masquerade theme created an atmosphere of mystery as patrons filed into the theater wearing masks to receive their bidding numbers for the auction. Everyone was greeted by a woman wearing a skirt of Champagne flutes to kick-off the evening. Walking into the ballroom, I was awestruck at the beauty of the room. Women on stilts wearing long, satin gold dresses held giant fans above their heads and everyone stopped to take photos with them. On either side of the room, performers dressed in dazzling gold jumpsuits spun around on aerial hoops beside the stage.
Before sitting down, we made our way to the silent auction and raffle section. Prizes at the silent auction included a group paint night with Nacho Moya, dinner for 10 at the Granada Theatre, and an adventure touring the Bay Area. The raffle options included gift baskets stocked with candles, fuzzy warm blankets and holiday snacks. I had my eyes set on the four box seat tickets to a Giant's game, though.
Finally, we walked over to take a look at the Christmas trees displayed at the back of the room. My favorite was a tree titled "Winter Wonderland" sponsored by Carolyn Jones, Stephanie Vegh, and OrangeTheory staff and members. The tree was frosted white with crystalline ornaments and topped with a lighted angel. The entire tree would be raffled off with prizes boasting a five-night stay in a Tahoe vacation home, a home furnace with installation included, many gift cards, classes at OrangeTheory Fitness, a holiday family photo session, and more. Every tree promised a different experience to be had by the winning bidder.
The announcer took the stage to let us know dinner would be served, so we made our way to our seats. As dinner was laid out before us, a woman came onto the stage in a shimmering silver gown and began to play Timbaland's "Apologize" on violin. She went on to play more pop songs such as Katy Perry's "Firework" and Beyonce's "Halo." Next, a pair of contortionists sashayed onto the stage and captivated the audience with the way they were able to bend themselves and maintain form up on a raised surface, all while the violinist continued to play. The world-renowned contortionists hail from Cirque Du Soleil's wondrous shows "O" and "Zumanity." After dinner, the auctioning of the trees began and people were eager to donate to a good cause while experiencing the night of a lifetime.
The evening was a huge success as Rebekah Children's Services raised more than $170,000 to continue to do the important work of seeing "our community flourish by building pathways to hope, happiness, and well-being," said Claudia Sandoval, director of fund development and community relations. "Rebekah Children's Services expresses their sincerest gratitude to everyone who attended, sponsored, volunteered and supported our 17th Annual Festival of Trees "Masquerade" Gala.
They will celebrate next year's 18th Annual Festival of Trees "Great Gatsby" Gala — The Roaring 2020's, Nov. 21, 2020, at the Granada Theatre. Guests will journey back in time for a lively and glamorous evening that is sure to be a night to remember. For sponsorship opportunities and questions, contact Claudia Sandoval at (408) 846-2191.
Jessica Ewing is the marketing director for Gilroy Life.
This guest column represents the views of the writer and not necessarily that of Morgan Hill Life. If you're interested in writing a guest column for this newspaper, please email the editor at editor@morganhilllife.com.
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Pinsent Masons LLP is a multinational law firm which specialises in the energy, infrastructure, financial services, real estate and technology, science & industry sectors. The firm ranks among the top hundred law firms in the world by turnover.

Pinsent Masons LLP has over 450 partners, a total legal team of around 1,900 people and more than 3,700 employees. More than 500 of the firm's staff are based in its international headquarters in the City of London. It has more PLC clients than any law firm except one.

Pinsent Masons was named 'Law Firm of the Year' in 2021 and 2016 by respected industry magazine Legal Business, 'Law Firm of the Year 2018' at The Lawyer Awards and 'Law Firm of the Year' 2016 at Law.com's British Legal Awards. In 2020 and 2015 it was named 'The Most Innovative Law Firm in Europe' by the Financial Times.

The firm has 26 offices across Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Middle East. In 2017, Pinsent Masons entered into an association with Saudi-based law firm AlSabhan & Alajaji.

History

Pinsent Masons has roots dating back to 1769. The modern day firm is the product of a series of mergers between firms including Pinsent & Co, Masons, Simpson Curtis, Biddle & Co, L'Estrange & Brett and McGrigors. Alumni of the legacy firms include former British Chancellor Alistair Darling.

The firm's recent history has been dominated by a process of internationalisation. Over the past decade it has developed a presence in key major cities around the world: Beijing (2007), Singapore (2009), Paris (2012), Munich (2012), Brussels (2015), Sydney (2015), Melbourne (2015), Düsseldorf (2016), Johannesburg (2016), Madrid (2017), Dublin (2017), Perth (2017) and Frankfurt (2019).

The firm's board is led by Senior Partner Andrew Masraf and Managing Partner John Cleland. In 2016 the firm announced the appointment of former Secretary of State for International Development Douglas Alexander as a strategic adviser, and appointed its first external board member in the form of former banker Pauline Egan.

Strategy
Unlike many firms of its size, the firm professes to specialise in only five global sectors: financial services, technology, science & insdutry, energy, real estate and infrastructure.

Innovation
Pinsent Masons has won awards for innovation. In 2013 it was in the vanguard of firms to launch a contract lawyer service, called Vario. It also secured mandates to act as 'sole adviser' to corporates including Balfour Beatty and E.ON. In 2015 the firm acquired the majority stake in Cerico, an online compliance business.

Diversity
Pinsent Masons is the highest ranked professional services firm in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index. It is also ranked among The Times Top 50 Workplaces for Women 2016. David Isaac, a partner of the firm, was appointed as Chair of the UK Equality and Human Rights Commission in 2016.

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The marking pencil slipped from his hand, his eyes snapped open, and he whirled to face me. His wide eyed look could only mean one thing. I reached for the PA mike in front of me.
His hundred and ninety pounds rocked from left to right, his white fishing cap slid across his head, forming waves in his soft brown hair. A slight smile graced his lips. He looked so peaceful. I stood behind the desk that separated us, and could have watched him for hours, but I coughed and the peace was broken.
They came running and almost knocked me down as they bolted into room, four strapping therapy aides, Barbara and Lynn and Tim. They pushed past me and surrounded Ben. We stood in silence for a minute and waited. Ben scanned us. Barbara, another Level III , came up behind me.
Like choreographed dancers, we moved in to take him to the floor. Ben backed up as he stared at us. But then he did something completely out of character, he laughed. It started out as a "heh..heh.." grew into a "ha..ha..ha.." and then into a belly roar. He laughed so hard his face turned bright red and he doubled over.
"What the…?" We stood and watched him.
"Fine Lynn, but…wow.," I half-whispered.
"Mmmm..yeah. It does." I said, smiling.
"Later," she said, and then she was gone. Benny had stopped laughing and he was back to rocking mode. It was over..for now. I turned to the staff that remained.
"That's it, people. No take downs today. But…thanks for coming." The four therapy aides backed out of the room slowly, still keeping their eyes on Ben.
"Rick…?" I turned to face Barbara.
"Puzzle," Ben cut in. I turned to face him. He stared at me, a look I'd never seen before.
"Puzzle," he said again. I glanced at Barb, who shrugged her shoulders.
"I don't have any puzzles, here, guy. " He smiled and still looking at me, bent down, stretched his body like in a game of 'twister'. His eyes never left mine as his big hand zeroed in and rested on the marking pencil.
"Puzzle," he said again. He picked up the red pencil and rolled it between his fingers.
"I'll take that," I said, eyeing the sharp point. He started to hand it to me, but pulled back, turned away and began to run towards the behavior graph wall.
"Hey!" I snapped. I reached out and caught him by his big belt buckle, before he reached the wall.
"You don't grab things from people, Benny." I snatched it out of his hand.
"Puzzle," he said again. He snatched the pencil back, but then immediately shoved it into my hand.
Then it clicked. "Oh, a trade in," He smiled and began flapping his hands. I turned back to Barbara.
"He's been earning puzzles for tracing his name. He trades in the pencil for the puzzle when he's done." But Barb wasn't listening. She had that look. She was staring at the wall where I posted my client's behavior graphs. I was so distracted watching her, I didn't see Ben come up behind me. He grabbed the pencil from my hand and ran to the graphs.
"Benny!" But it was too late. He ran to the graphs and began to mark one up with the pencil. I was just about to shove him away when I realized it he was marking his graph. His graph.
To insure consumer confidentiality, the graphs weren't labeled by name. And even if they had been, Ben couldn't read. To an outside observer, my graph wall was an abstract painting. Each individual behavior was color coded. Self-stimulatory behaviors such as rocking and hand-flapping, and finger-flicking, were indicated by orange, yellow and blue lines. Red was reserved for self-injurious biting, scratching or head-banging.
I had a caseload of fifteen consumers, and collectively they had the range of stereotypical of behaviors associated with autism. All those behaviors were color-coded on my wall. It took a sophisticated data based program to find patterns. There was no way to distinguish one graph from another. But Benny had zeroed in on his. Silently I watched as he retraced the red lines of his graph. He would trace, stop, close his eyes and rub the pencil between his fingers. That was…familiar.
"Rick..?" Her voice made me jump. I'd forgotten she was there. I slowly turned to face her.
"Yeah, Barb? What?" But she couldn't answer me. Her eyes had gone glassy wide, her face had lost some color and there were beads of sweat on her forehead. I moved quickly and got a chair and gently helped her sit.
"You, okay?" She was still looking past me, staring at Ben as he traced the graph lines. I knew that look. She was there in body but her mind was gone. It was occupied with a problem concerning one of "her people," as she liked to call the consumers. It was a look I'd grown to respect. She slowly moved her gaze from Benny to me. Her eyes locked onto mine.
"I've got a tape. You should see it. Please." Barb never said please. She was always about business. Direct and curt, but she was one of the most caring people I'd ever met.
"No…thanks…I'll be…fine. She rose slowly from the chair, took a breath, and steadied herself. She looked past me and stared at Benny once more before she left. Whatever it was, it wouldn't let go.
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La productivité matières est le ratio rapportant le produit intérieur brut (PIB) à la consommation intérieure de matières (DMC, Domestic Material Consumption). Cet indicateur permet de mesurer la transition vers un système économique plus économe en ressources. Il fait partie des cibles relatives aux objectifs de développement durable 2030 définies par l'ONU. C'est également le deuxième des 11 indicateurs clés pour le suivi de l'économie circulaire retenus par le ministère français de la transition écologique.

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